Job Overview: The Talent Acquisition Director will play a pivotal leadership role in driving the recruitment strategies of a leading construction and contracting group in Dubai. This executive-level position is tailored for an HR professional with extensive recruitment experience, particularly in managing large-scale hiring across the UAE.

Strategic Recruitment Leadership: The successful candidate will be responsible for building, implementing, and refining a sustainable recruitment strategy that aligns with the organization’s growth plans. This involves identifying key talent pipelines, managing workforce planning, and overseeing senior-level hires to ensure the company attracts top industry professionals.

Industry-Specific Focus: Given the company’s position in the construction and contracting sector, the Talent Acquisition Director will bring deep knowledge of the regional market and an understanding of specialized skill sets needed in engineering, project management, and operational roles. The ability to source and engage candidates for niche roles in this sector will be a strong advantage.

Stakeholder Management: The role requires close collaboration with C-level executives and department heads to align hiring priorities with business needs. The Director will also play a role in employer branding initiatives to enhance the company’s positioning as an employer of choice in the UAE construction market.

Innovation in Talent Acquisition: This leadership position calls for the use of modern recruitment technologies, data-driven hiring practices, and creative talent engagement methods. Experience in digital sourcing, recruitment automation tools, and proactive talent mapping will be highly beneficial in ensuring efficiency and high-quality hires.

Performance & Metrics: The Talent Acquisition Director will be measured not only on the ability to fill roles quickly but also on the quality and retention of hires. Establishing KPIs, managing recruitment budgets, and continuously improving processes will be part of the performance framework.

How to Apply:

If you meet the criteria and are passionate about leading talent acquisition strategies in a dynamic construction environment, please send your CV to info@connectingmindsglobal.com with the subject line: Talent Acquisition Director – Dubai. Due to high application volumes, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted by the recruitment team.

About Us:

Connecting Minds HR Services partners with leading organizations across industries to deliver exceptional HR and recruitment solutions. For this role, we are representing one of the UAE’s top construction and contracting groups. Known for its large-scale projects, innovation, and commitment to excellence, this client offers a challenging yet rewarding environment where senior professionals can make a significant impact on business outcomes.